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Microbirth
Workshops
Nurturing Your Baby's Health from the Beginning
Hello there, I'm Ros, and I love to teach and inform expectant parents about Microbirth.
Join one of my Microbirth workshops and together we'll explore the fascinating world of the infant microbiome and discover how the choices you make during pregnancy, birth, and the newborn period can have a lasting impact on your baby's health.
Our workshops empower expectant parents with knowledge that helps lay the foundation for their baby's well-being from day one. By joining us during pregnancy, you’ll be giving your little one the best start in life!
What is the Microbiome?
The microbiome refers to the community of trillions of beneficial microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, that reside in and on the body. This microbial community plays a vital role in the immune system, digestion, and overall health.
Why is the Infant Microbiome Important?
The infant microbiome is important for many reasons including:
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Immune System Development: A healthy microbiome helps train the baby's immune system to distinguish between harmful, harmless and beneficial substances, reducing the risk of allergies and autoimmune diseases.
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Digestive Health: Beneficial microbes aid in the digestion and absorption of nutrients, promoting optimal growth and development. They aid metabolism and some also produce vitamins.
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Disease Prevention: A healthy microbiome can protect against infections and reduce the likelihood of conditions such as eczema, asthma and obesity.
What Can Expectant Mothers Learn at a
Microbirth Workshop?
Attending a microbirth workshop at Hello Baby! Midwifery provides expectant parents with valuable insights and practical knowledge. Here’s what you can expect to learn:
1. Understanding the Microbiome:
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Gain a comprehensive understanding of what the microbiome is and why it is essential for you and your baby's health.
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2. Maternal Health and the Microbiome:
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Understand the connection between your microbiome and your baby's microbiome.
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Discover how maintaining a healthy microbiome during pregnancy can positively influence your baby's health.
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3. Nutrition and the Microbiome:
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Get practical dietary advice to support your microbiome and your baby's microbiome.
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Learn about foods rich in prebiotics and probiotics and how to incorporate them into your diet.
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4. Factors Influencing the Microbiome:
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Discover the factors that can impact the development of your baby's microbiome, such as how and where you birth (vaginal birth vs. caesarean section), feeding and antibiotic use.
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Understand how these factors can affect your baby's health and what you can do to support a healthy microbiome.
5. Breastfeeding and the Microbiome:
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Learn about the significant benefits of breastfeeding for the microbiome, including how breast milk contains prebiotics and probiotics that nourish beneficial bacteria.
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Explore strategies for successful breastfeeding and ways to overcome common challenges.
6. Practical Tips for Microbiome Health:
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Receive actionable tips and strategies to promote a healthy microbiome from pregnancy through early childhood.
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Learn about natural childbirth practices, skin-to-skin contact, and avoiding unnecessary antibiotics.
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​Discover how to optimise your and your baby’s microbiome whilst still receiving necessary medical interventions like antibiotics and caesarean birth.
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